Prosenjit Chatterjee’s son to make film debut, extending a family legacy

Trishanjit Chatterjee, the son of acclaimed Bengali actor Prosenjit Chatterjee and actress Arpita Chatterjee, is set to enter the film industry.

This marks the continuation of a cinematic lineage that spans three generations.

The news, reported by Anandabazar, an Indian Bengali-language newspaper, has already sparked speculation within the Bengali film industry.

While details about the director or his co-star of the project remain scarce, Trishanjit’s increasing presence at industry events has fuelled anticipation.

In recent months, Trishanjit has been spotted attending events both alongside his father and independently, with Prosenjit often sharing glimpses of these moments on social media.

Speculation about Trishanjit’s cinematic aspirations gained traction from the sets of a film directed by Srijit Mukherjee.

His presence there led to reports that he was preparing for his screen debut.

The Chatterjee family's deep-rooted connection to cinema dates back to the 1960s when Biswajit Chatterjee, Prosenjit’s father, established himself as a leading man in both Bengali and Hindi films.

Biswajit starred in celebrated films such as Dui Bhai, Chowringhee, and Shriman Prithviraj, and worked with icons like Suchitra Sen.

Prosenjit followed in his father’s footsteps, making his first screen appearance at the age of four in Chhotto Jigyasa (1968), where he played the son of Biswajit’s character.

His breakthrough came in 1987 with Amar Sangi, a commercial success that catapulted him to stardom.

Over the years, he transitioned from mainstream cinema to more nuanced, character-driven roles, particularly under the direction of Rituparno Ghosh and Srijit.

His performance in Chokher Bali (2003), directed by Rituparno, marked a turning point in his career, steering him away from formulaic blockbusters toward more critically acclaimed projects.

The 2010 film Autograph, directed by Srijit, further cemented his reputation as one of Bengali cinema’s most versatile actors.

Now, with Trishanjit poised to enter the industry, the Chatterjee family's cinematic journey is set to continue.